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Chinese anti-scam blogger killed by contractors hired online to silence his work

A Chinese investigative blogger who exposed telecoms fraud and other illegal activity was killed by criminals hired on social media, according to Chinese media, as the case prompts calls for heavier punishment for his death. The body of Wu Kai, who used the name “Huijian” on social media and had written for years about telecoms fraud in Southeast Asia, was discovered in southern China in November…

Chinese anti-scam blogger killed by contractors hired online to silence his work

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Parents in Japan step in to help children find love, jobs, homes

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Parents in Japan are taking an increasingly active role in their children's lives, helping them find marriage partners, navigate job

  • Parents in Japan increasingly involved in children's lives, including spouses, jobs, and housing.
  • "Proxy matchmaking" sees parents attending social events to introduce potential partners.
  • 52% of parents approached by employers for job offer approval in 2024.

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